A Little Fusion Makes for Fun Libations and a Twist on Scallops
I thank my lucky stars that my childhood was spent roaming the globe with my family. I think living in different countries and visiting different countries gives you a broader global perspective, and...
View ArticleShrimp, Scallops, Clams, Mussels and Potatoes Steamed in Belgian-style Ale
Vic and I were served this dish as an appetizer at The Brewer's Art in Baltimore some years ago. It impressed us so much that we asked for the recipe. No dice! Realizing that steaming these ingredients...
View ArticleGive Thanks for the New Allison Inn and Spa — Especially for the Restaurant’s...
Our usual holiday group scattered this year leaving us to fend for ourselves on Thanksgiving. No problem! We began dreaming about our options of letting someone else pamper us with dinner at favorite...
View ArticleRoasted Acorn Squash Purée with Seared Scallops
Going shopping for dinner without a set plan can be a dangerous thing — at least for some people. For me, it reminds me of shopping the open-air markets in Bangkok as a child. My mom and I would roam...
View ArticleThai-inspired Martini Is a Toast to the Sea — and to Oregon
One of the things that I love about living in Oregon is the bountiful and fresh seafood available. Another is that the state embraces Pacific Rim cultures. As an Asian-American who has lived lots of...
View ArticleSeared Scallop and Miner’s Lettuce Salad
Dinner was my responsibility on this particular evening, and how does one follow a brunch where just "tasting" a little of everything adds up to a gargantuan meal? We had leftover miner's lettuce from...
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